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Kathy Buckworth & Evelyn Brindle host the Stories from the Green Bench podcast, a virtual place to share, learn, grow, laugh and more in conversations with a variety of guests.The Green Bench is a symbol of elder wisdom. Physically or virtually, the bench invites us all to sit alongside a senior, share a conversation, or give and offer advice.It challenges the stigma seniors face; the ageism still so prevalent in society. It reminds us of the wealth of wisdom our elders offer and in doing so, helps restore them to a place of reverence.”The greatest untapped resource in Canada, if not the world, is the collective wisdom of our elders.” -Ron SchlegelYour seat on the green bench is ready and waiting.Hosts2020-21 - Erin Davis & Lloyd Hetherington2022 - Erin Davis & Doug Robinson2023-24 - Kathy Buckworth & Evelyn Brindle
Schlegel Villages hosts #ElderWisdom | Stories from the Green Bench, a society show with 92 episodes published.
In honour of the 10th Anniversary of #ElderWisdom, we’re reflecting back on a deeply moving episode featuring Royal Hamel from The Village of Winston Park in Kitchener — a man whose faith, resilience, and compassion cont
As we celebrate 10 years of #ElderWisdom, we’re reflecting back on an extraordinary conversation with Diane Dupuy , founder of the internationally renowned Famous People Players — a groundbreaking black-light theatre com
As we continue our 10th Anniversary reflections, we’re revisiting one of the most joyful, energizing conversations ever shared from the Green Bench. In Episode #70, hosts Kathy Buckworth and Evelyn Brindle welcomed Dr. S
As part of our 10th Anniversary reflections, we’re revisiting a powerful and deeply human conversation with Joyce Stankiewicz , formerly of New Hamburg and now a resident of The Village at University Gates in Waterloo. H
As part of our 10th Anniversary reflections, we’re revisiting a heartwarming episode with Bob and Emily Leland from The Village at University Gates in Waterloo — two remarkable individuals whose positivity and passion co
As part of the 10th Anniversary of #ElderWisdom, we’re revisiting a classic conversation that brought plenty of laughs to the Green Bench — this time painted red. Canadian comedy legend Steve Smith , best known as Red Gr
As part of our 10th Anniversary of #ElderWisdom, we’re revisiting one of our most joyful episodes — a conversation with Patricia and Dennis Bayley from The Village of Taunton Mills in Whitby. In this encore episode, host
As we celebrate 10 years of #ElderWisdom, we’re revisiting an inspiring conversation with Ferg Kyle from The Village of Tansley Woods in Burlington. A lifelong aviator and optimist, Ferg joined hosts Kathy Buckworth and
As we celebrate 10 years of #ElderWisdom, we revisit our very first episode with Doug Robinson , a resident of The Village of Sandalwood Park in Brampton. Doug joined hosts Erin Davis and Lloyd Hetherington on the Green
In this special five-minute episode, we take a step back to reflect. Gathered from conversations past, this mash-up features voices from our cherished guests—offering their most memorable stories, reflections, and wisdom
Episode #75 - In this special episode, hosts Kathy Buckworth and Evelyn Brindle celebrate two years of podcasting together and reflect on the Green Bench initiative. They take a look back at some of the most memorable mo
Episode #74 - Co-hosts Kathy Buckworth and Evelyn Brindle welcome Michael Tepsich, a resident of the Village of Erin Meadows , who shares his remarkable life story. Michael, who has been married to his wife Rose for 67 y
Episode #73 - Kathy Buckworth along with co-host, Evelyn Brindle dive into the life and wisdom of Donna Harrison, a resident of The Village of Sandalwood Park in Brampton. Donna's story is a heartwarming journey through
Episode #72 - In this enlightening episode, hosts Kathy Buckworth and Evelyn Brindle sit down with Lora Bruyn Martin, the Director of Innovation, Improvement, and Research at Schlegel Villages. Join us as we explore the
Episode #71 - Hosts Kathy Buckworth and Evelyn Brindle engage in a heartfelt and enlightening conversation with Sharon Hunwicks, a resident of Erin Mills Lodge Long-Term Care in Mississauga. Sharon shares her personal jo
Episode #70 - In this exciting episode, Kathy Buckworth and Evelyn Brindle are joined by two spirited women in their eighties, who embarked on an incredible 80-day journey around the globe. Sharing laughter, stories, and
Episode #69 - In this enlightening episode, hosts Kathy Buckworth and Evelyn Brindle welcome Christine Runstedtler, a resident of The Village of Winston Park in Kitchener. Christine shares her incredible travel adventure
Episode #68 - Hosts Kathy Buckworth and Evelyn Brindle had the joy of chatting with the remarkable Lillian Parker, a resident at The Village of Riverside Glen in Guelph, who has an extraordinary story to share. Lillian i
Episode #67 - Kathy Buckworth and Evelyn Brindle had the pleasure of speaking with Murray Woods, a man with a wealth of life experiences and wisdom (Recorded at The Village of Arbour Trails in Guelph). Murray, born in 19
Episode #66 - Hosts Kathy Buckworth and Evelyn Brindle delve into the pervasive issue of ageism with renowned author and activist Ashton Applewhite. The discussion opens with personal anecdotes from Kathy and Evelyn, who
Steve Smith
author of Safety Science for Outdoor and Experiential Education · The Men of Action & Dropping A Bruce Podcasts
2 appearances on this show
Ashton Applewhite
author of This Chair Rocks: A Manifesto Against Ageism · Old School Hub
1 appearance on this show
Dr. Bob Bell
Expert on healthcare for an aging population and prolific author of fiction · ITK Consulting
1 appearance on this show
Doug Reed
1 appearance on this show
Doug Gilmour
Director · Global Compensation
1 appearance on this show
Douglas Robinson
The Sleeping / Night Verses
1 appearance on this show
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